Many assistants find it uncomfortable to talk about their accomplishments because they spend their careers making others successful. But talking about the amazing things you’ve achieved in your career isn’t about boasting – it’s about communicating the value you bring to the team or company. This guide includes real-life examples and practical tips to help […]
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
How to talk about your achievements with confidence
Retaining talent in a turbulent market
The rollercoaster of the past year has tested pay and rewards across the support sector. Faced with financial instability, political turmoil, and landmark employment reforms, many businesses struggled to offer significant salary rises. SecsintheCity’s latest Salary Survey reveals the earnings and what matters most to the assistant community today… While 54% of our audience received […]
10 minutes with Michelle Mare on how travel is made easy on Eurostar for Business
PA Life talks to Michelle Maré, Sales Development Manager for Eurostar for Business about her 24-year career journey within the company and what Eurostar offers to business travellers today… Michelle joined Eurostar at the contact centre in 2002 when things were a little different, and Eurostar didn’t have a website yet! She has seen a […]
The September Reset: How to rebuild healthy routines without burning yourself out
PA Life’s Wellness Columnist Julia Green, Sales & Commercial Manager at Center Parcs Conferences & Events encourages you to be mindful of demanding workloads, and shares advice for managing the inevitable pressure points… For many people, January signals a fresh start. But for Executive Assistants, Personal Assistants and other business support professionals as a whole, […]



